Bengaluru Faces Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms: IMD Issues Yellow Alert
IMD issues yellow alert as heavy rain, thunderstorms till May 24
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Bengaluru, warning of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms until May 25. Intense premonsoon thundershowers on Thursday evening caused significant disruptions, including flooding, uprooted trees, and delayed Metro services, affecting thousands of commuters across the city.
- 01Bengaluru recorded 44.2mm of rainfall by 8:30 PM on Thursday, with localized areas experiencing varying amounts.
- 02Wind speeds reached 46 km/h in isolated areas during the storm, contributing to damage.
- 03Namma Metro services faced disruptions on the Purple and Green Lines due to fallen metal sheets on tracks.
- 04Severe flooding was reported in several low-lying areas, including Sankey Road and Brigade Road.
- 05The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) control room reported nearly 50 incidents of fallen trees across the city.
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Bengaluru is currently under a yellow alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected until May 25. The alert follows intense premonsoon thundershowers that struck the city on Thursday evening, causing widespread disruptions. Rainfall reached 44.2mm in the city, with localized areas experiencing varying amounts. Wind speeds during the storm peaked at 46 km/h, leading to uprooted trees and fallen electricity poles, which resulted in traffic chaos. The Namma Metro services were particularly affected, with delays on the Purple and Green Lines due to metal sheets falling onto the tracks. Commuters faced severe inconveniences, particularly in low-lying areas like Sankey Road and Brigade Road, which experienced significant flooding. Fortunately, no injuries were reported despite the damage. The Greater Bengaluru Authority reported nearly 50 incidents of fallen trees, highlighting the storm's impact on the city's infrastructure. Weather conditions are expected to improve from May 26 onwards.
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The heavy rainfall and thunderstorms have caused significant disruptions in Bengaluru, affecting daily commuting and infrastructure.
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